Vermilion Parish Council On Aging

Vermilion Council on Aging advocates on behalf of Vermilion Parish elderly citizens with the goal of strenghtneing and coordinating existing systems of services and benefits in order to increase elderly citizen's independence , wellbeing, and happiness. The agency provides a multitude of programs to assist Vermilion Parish elderly citizens.

All programs are offered five days a week. The Congregate Meal Program provides nutritionally balanced meals in a dining setting. The Home Delivered meals Program provides daily nutritionally balanced meals for the home-bound. The Homemaker Program provides light housekeeping and errands to help maintain their homes. The Information & Assistance Program provides information to meet individual nees through advice, counseling, referral, and follow-up. The Income Tax Preparation Program provides qualified seniors with trained volunteers to prepare and file electronically IRS taxes. The Utility Assistance Programs provides qualified low income senior citizens in desperate need of assistance. The Nutrition Education Program provides knowledge and information toward nutritionally balanced meals and health related issues. The Public Transportation Program is provided by the Vermilion Transit System; a part of the Louisiana Transit system with a fleet handicapped accessible vans. For members aged 60 and above no fee is charged, but if able, donations are accepted to support the program. Persons aged 59 and below, a small fee is charged. The Caregiver Program provides relief to caregivers from the constant labor and intensive care of a loved one for short periods of time. The Outreach Program identifies hard to reach individuals and assists in gaining access to needed service. The Recreation Program encourages senior citizens to use free time through social activities such as, arts, dancing, travel, games, and sports. The Respite Care, Program provides temporary relief to a caregiver from continuous care of an individual with developmental disabilities or services for frail elderly. The Senior Center Program creates an atmosphere that acknowledges the value of human life. The Telephone Visits Program provides routine telephone calls to comfort and help the homebound. Vermilion Council on Aging offers much needed services to the Vermilion Parish community.